Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Full Time, Skilled Rehabilitation

Buckner International • San Angelo, TX

9h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our community committed to delivering outstanding care to our residents. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will play an important role in all phases of food preparation that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
What you'll do:
Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, initiate individual physical therapy treatment plan for residents in a variety of settings.
Deliver physical therapy treatments and modalities per physician's orders; Plan physical therapy services within each patient's capabilities as indicated.
Review daily schedule of patient treatment with assignment of new residents and/or treatment; Supervise care given by therapy tech/aide.
Collaborate with physician and nursing staff for plan of care as indicated; Observe and evaluate treatment effects and make recommendations for changes as needed.
Timely and accurately record treatment effects in accordance with established procedures; Maintain records pertinent to patient treatments.
Timely and accurately complete discharge summary; Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of care plans and resident assessment.
What you’ll bring:
High School diploma or GED, current certification of a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Texas. Prior related experience or training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy and experience with aging population preferred.
Minimum one-year related experience preferred.
Requires proficient working knowledge of the principles and practices of physical therapy; requires proficient knowledge of documentation of patient treatments as required by federal and state regulations.
Requires ability to apply treatment modalities to residents under direction of physical therapist and physician's orders.
Requires ability to lift, position, and transfer residents and equipment in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
Requires ability to maintain confidentiality; requires ability to comply with patient rights, all regulatory requirements, and all company policies and procedures.
Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
About Buckner Retirement Services:
Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED, current certification of a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Texas.
• Requires proficient working knowledge of the principles and practices of physical therapy; requires proficient knowledge of documentation of patient treatments as required by federal and state regulations.
• Requires ability to apply treatment modalities to residents under direction of physical therapist and physician's orders.
• Requires ability to lift, position, and transfer residents and equipment in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
• Requires ability to maintain confidentiality; requires ability to comply with patient rights, all regulatory requirements, and all company policies and procedures.
• Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior related experience or training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy and experience with aging population preferred.
• Minimum one-year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, initiate individual physical therapy treatment plan for residents in a variety of settings.
• Deliver physical therapy treatments and modalities per physician's orders; Plan physical therapy services within each patient's capabilities as indicated.
• Review daily schedule of patient treatment with assignment of new residents and/or treatment; Supervise care given by therapy tech/aide.
• Collaborate with physician and nursing staff for plan of care as indicated; Observe and evaluate treatment effects and make recommendations for changes as needed.
• Timely and accurately record treatment effects in accordance with established procedures; Maintain records pertinent to patient treatments.
• Timely and accurately complete discharge summary; Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of care plans and resident assessment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees